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What exactly did Shakespeare write about, and why is he still so popular? His enduring tales of love, jealousy, betrayal, revenge, corruption, family feuds, ghosts, witches, and murder are explored and explained in this wide-ranging book.

Includes index.Originally published in 1996 by Usborne Publishing, Ltd.

Description:

64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm

Responsibility:

wrytten at London by the authors, Anna Claybourne and Rebecca Treays ; presented, according to a cunning arrangement, by the designer, Mary Cartwright ; corrected and amended of all faults, by the editor, Felicity Brooks ; with divers illustrations set forth with most excellent skill by David Cuzik and Cecco Marinello.

Abstract:

An introduction to the life and work of William Shakespeare which reveals the world he lived in, examines his controversial life, explores his rich and varied works, and meets his fascinating characters. A reference section is included which contains plot summaries and a Shakespeare quiz.Read more...